Assembler - 1st Shift - Raleigh, NC

VetJobs•Raleigh, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is hiring an Assembler at its Capital Blvd site in Raleigh, NC. The role builds sub-assemblies and assemblies involving complex, repetitive wiring for battery cabinets that support Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS). The position is on-site and offers a pay rate of $18.50 per hour, with core hours from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The Assembler follows standard operating procedures, inspects materials and completed assemblies, and uses fixtures, gauges, hand tools, and power tools to assemble, adjust, or repair products. The role also requires compliance with quality, environmental, health, and safety standards; keeping machines and tools properly calibrated; housekeeping using 5S+ principles; and contributing process and safety improvement ideas. Eaton lists health benefits, vacation time, paid holidays, career progression and cross-training opportunities, overtime opportunities, retirement benefits, paid parental leave, an Educational Assistance Program, and Wellness Reimbursement. Relocation assistance is not available. Candidates generally must be within a 50-mile radius; active-duty military candidates are exempt from this geographic limitation.

Requirements

At least one year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
High school diploma or GED from an accredited educational institution.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Basic working knowledge and experience with computers.
Ability to demonstrate working knowledge of the mechanical, electrical, and safety procedures of a manufacturing facility.
Ability to use powered industrial equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
Ability to read and interpret standard operating procedures.
Ability to work daily and/or weekend overtime and willingness to flex to different areas or local plants as needed.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to distinguish colored wiring.
Ability to stand for extended periods; repetitive lifting, bending, and squatting are inherent to the position.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with standard operating procedures.
Previous experience with product electrical assembly, maintenance, and/or repair.
Previous experience using forklifts or material handling equipment.
Basic working knowledge of SAP.

Responsibilities

Build sub-assemblies and assemblies according to standard operating procedures.
Visually inspect materials before and after assembly.
Use fixtures, gauges, hand tools, and power tools to assemble, adjust, or repair products.
Inspect completed assemblies for compliance with Raleigh Plant Quality standards and make adjustments as needed to meet quality goals.
Follow environmental, health, and safety rules and regulations.
Provide process and safety improvement ideas.
Ensure machines and tools are properly calibrated.
Perform housekeeping duties as necessary using 5S+ principles.